Introduced in Green Lantern #87 (December 1971/January 1972) by classic creative duo Denny O’Neil and Neal Adams, Stewart was one of the DC Universe’s earliest African-American superheroes, and for an entire generation became the most recognisable Green Lantern thanks to a key role in the fan-favourite Justice League Unlimited animated series.

Suffice to say, a high profile non-white or high profile non-male superhero would be hugely welcome.